What is the correct order of stability for $1^\circ, 2^\circ, 3^\circ$ carbocations and benzyl carbocation?

  • A
    $1^\circ > 2^\circ > 3^\circ > \text{benzyl}$
  • B
    $\text{benzyl} > 3^\circ > 2^\circ > 1^\circ$
  • C
    $3^\circ > 2^\circ > 1^\circ > \text{benzyl}$
  • D
    $3^\circ > \text{benzyl} > 2^\circ > 1^\circ$

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